Founders, main sponsors and organisers, CN Chartered Accountants, have announced the shortlist for the 2026 Stockport Business Awards.
Over 100 entries across the 13 categories were received for this year’s awards and the judging took place on Friday, 24th July.
The judging panel consisted of representatives from founders & organisers CN Chartered Accountants, headline sponsors, Gorvins Solicitors and Robinsons Brewery, representatives from Stockport Borough Council and design partner, Platform 81.
Andrew Baggott, Managing Partner of CN Chartered Accountants, commented:
“Selecting the finalists for each award category is never an easy task, with so many outstanding businesses entering each year. The consistently high standard and diversity of entries demonstrate the strength, innovation and success of businesses across the borough. We look forward to welcoming the Stockport business community to Royal Nawaab Pyramid on the 8th October for what promises to be another fantastic evening of celebration and recognition.”
The winners will be announced at an awards dinner which will take place on Thursday 8th October at the exclusive event floor of the Royal Nawaab Pyramid in Stockport. Tickets are now on sale and can be reserved by contacting CN Group’s Louise Lamaris.
This year’s awards will also raise vital funds for 2026 Charity Partner, Signpost for Carers. If any businesses or individuals would like to donate a prize for the raffle during the awards celebration on 8th October, please contact CN Group. Organisations will be recognised for their generosity on the night.
The 2026 shortlist is:
Business of the Year (£10m+ Turnover) – Sponsored by CN Chartered Accountants
- Mini Gears
- TMT Commercial Contractors
- Adana Construction
Business of the Year (£5m – £10m Turnover) – Sponsored by Gorvins Solicitors
- Plaster Plus Interiors
- Almond Family Pubs
- Seda Pharma Development Services
Business of the Year (£1m to £5m Turnover) – Sponsored by HSBC
- Crystal Clear Media
- Firstplay Dietary Foods
- Cheadle Hulme Dental and Cosmetics
Business of the Year (Upto £1m Turnover) – Open for Sponsorship
- Bauhaus Blinds
- A Beautiful Sign
- Benchmark Gym
Most Promising Young Business – Sponsored by Stockport Council & Stockport Economic Alliance
- Eleanor Grace Dance
- Trademark Property Solutions
- Sonovo
Employer of the Year – Sponsored by Stockport College
- Almond Family Pubs
- TMT Commercial Contractors
- McCrory Construction
Family Business of the Year – Sponsored by CN Strategic Advisors
- Almond Family Pubs
- Firstplay Dietary Foods
- Coffee Block
Best Creative / Digital Award – Sponsored by Platform81
- A Beautiful Sign
- Crystal Clear Media
- Cleartwo
Best Not-For-Profit Organisation – Open for Sponsorship
- Self Care Creatives
- Stockport Advocacy
- OmniMusic
The Corporate Social Responsibility Award – Sponsored by: Marketing Stockport
- TMT Commercial Contractors
- Merseyway Shopping Centre
- McCrory Construction
The Innovation Award – Sponsored by: CN Financial Planners
- Cheadle Hulme Dental and Cosmetics
- The Agricultural and Rural Centre CIC
- Firstplay Dietary Foods
Hospitality, Leisure & Retail Business of The Year Award – Sponsored by: Robinsons Brewery
- Broadstone Mill
- Coffee Block
- Almond Family Pubs
The Stockport Award – Open for Sponsorship
- The Vernon Building Society
- Stockport Advocacy
- Benchmark Gym
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